Bring Your Dog to Sacramento River Cats Slinky's Bark in the Park — August 23

Baseball, sunshine, and a dog on the grass — that is a Sunday well spent. On Sunday, August 23, 2026, the Sacramento River Cats host Slinky’s Bark in the Park at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento, California, with first pitch at 12:35 PM against the Tacoma Rainiers.

What the day looks like

This is a proper dog day at the ballpark. Dogs are welcome out on Toyota Home Run Hill, the grassy berm beyond the outfield, and the afternoon kicks off with a pregame dog parade right on the field. Water bowls and refill stations are set up for the four-legged fans, so your pup can stay cool between innings.

Know before you go

A few logistics straight from the listing: “Dogs are welcome on Toyota Home Run Hill and must enter through the Right Field Gate. Arrive early for the pregame dog parade. Water bowls and refill stations provided.” Head for the Right Field Gate with your dog, and give yourself extra time so you do not miss the parade.

Why it is a great outing with your dog

A ballpark berm is a fantastic spot for a social dog — open grass to settle on, a steady stream of new friends, and a built-in reason to sit still and soak up the sun. The pregame parade is a highlight reel of good dogs, and the relaxed hill seating means you are never boxed into a tight row.

Co-pilot tips for the ballpark

• Beat the heat. A Sacramento afternoon in late August can be a scorcher. Claim a shady stretch of the hill if you can, and keep that water bowl topped up.
• Mind hot surfaces. Walkways and lot pavement bake in the sun — if it is too hot for your palm, it is too hot for paws. Aim for grass.
• Leash and manners. Keep your dog leashed and give nervous pups space; a big crowd of dogs and people is a lot of stimulation.
• Bring high-value treats. Between the parade, the crowd, and the crack of the bat, you will want something irresistible to keep your dog’s attention. Our freeze-dried treats are light to carry and mess-free in a pocket.
• Never leave your dog in a parked car before or after the game. Interior temperatures turn dangerous in minutes — bring your pup in with you or leave them home.

Plan your visit

Grab ticket and promotion details from the event listing, then map a cool-down walk or a dog-friendly bite nearby with the Dog Adventure Plotter. Not in the Sacramento area? The Events Board has bark-at-the-park days and dog-friendly meets all over the map.

Details are pulled from public listings and can change. Confirm the date, start time, and dog policy with the host before you go.